Dr. Ruggiero is a practicing Physician Associate with over 20 years experience. He is a clinician, educator and author. His clinical experience has focused largely in the fields of orthopedic surgery, sports medicine and urgent care. Dr. Ruggiero has been a PA educator for over a decade and his academic interests are focused on improving and developing educational models and methods as they relate to physician assistant training and education. He enjoys the daily challenges faced in both the classroom and in the clinic.
Educational Background
Merrimack College Bachelors of Science in Sports Medicine May 2000
Quinnipiac University Masters of Health Science in PA Studies August 2003
Virginia University of Lynchburg Doctorate of Healthcare Administration May 2023
Publications
Ruggiero, Kristine & Ruggiero, Michael. (2020). Fast Facts Handbook for Pediatric Primary Care: A Guide for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants. 10.1891/9780826151841.